1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
